Guerrilla Photo Group

OPEN STUDIO PLAY TIME: Burlesque and Cosplay! (Free, 18+, BYOB)
2022-03-19 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Guerrilla Photo Group, 609 Gold Ave. SW, STE 2A, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
Join us Saturday, March 19th for open studio shenanigans. Bring your friends, wardrobe, gear. All are welcome, but Burlesque and Cosplay folks are especially encouraged (18+, BYOB.)
No RSVP required, but you can book a specific time slot if you wish.
Simply click the big “>>> Click Here to Book A Timeslot<<<” link (must be logged in.)
Parking
You’re parking downtown, so plan accordingly. On-street parking is widely available, with varying lengths of parking meter times, etc. There are also numerous nearby lots where, for a couple of bucks, one can park all day. The closest of these lots is almost across the street at the SE corner of Gold and 7th.
Arrival/Wayfinding
The studio is located on the of the north side of Gold Ave, on the second story of the building immediately west of the lovely Boese Brothers Brewery Patio. Sadly, the building long predates the ADA, so no elevator is present. Come in the front doors of the clearly marked “609” building, and up the flight of stairs to your right. We’re at the top of the stairs, double doors on your right!

First Monday Mixer and Meetup (March Edition)
2022-03-07 17:30 - 20:30
Occasional free lectures and special guests augment this standing “free studio playtime” event. Participants can team up ad-hoc to shoot, book slots ahead of time for specific concepts, or just hang out, spend time with one another, and watch others work.
No RSVP is required to attend (18+ only.) This event is BYOB (21+ to consume.) Join us anytime! If you’d like to book a free studio slot, do it in on your Member Resources Page (you must be logged in. Membership, like the time slot, is free!) Check out the FAQ’s or reach out if you have any questions!

"Photography Foundations" 4-lecture Series with Rip Williams (Free, Limited Seating!)
2022-02-19 12:00 - 20:00
Course descriptions…
Schedule:
12:00 PM: Welcome and Introductions
LECTURE 1 (12:15-1:00pm): “THE MEANING OF LIGHT” or the “photo” in PHOTOgraphy
LECTURE 2 (1:15-2:00pm): “BOX WITH A HOLE” or intro to camera the “graphy” in photoGRAPHY
LECTURE 3 (2:15-3:00pm): “STUDIO 101” – Intro to concepts, gear and common portraiture techniques
LECTURE 4 (3:15-4:00pm): “STUDIO 201” – Fashion/Commercial Lighting
4:00pm-8:00pm – Open community studio time.
Seating is limited for the workshops from 12:00-4:00pm, with open studio slots available from 4:00pm-8pm. Register below to guarantee your seat for the presentations! No RSVP is required to attend the latter half of the day’s Meetup (18+ only.) This event is BYOB (21+ to consume.) Join us! If you’d like to book a free studio slot in the late afternoon, do it in on your Member Resources Page (you must be logged in. Membership, like the time slot, is free!) Check out the FAQ’s or reach out if you have any questions!
Rip Williams
Website | Facebook
Parking
You’re parking downtown, so plan accordingly. On-street parking is widely available, with varying lengths of parking meter times, etc. There are also numerous nearby lots where, for a couple of bucks, one can park all day. The closest of these lots is almost across the street at the SE corner of Gold and 7th.
Arrival/Wayfinding
The studio is located on the of the north side of Gold Ave, on the second story of the building immediately west of the lovely Boese Brothers Brewery Patio. Sadly, the building long predates the ADA, so no elevator is present. Come in the front doors of the clearly marked “609” building, and up the flight of stairs to your right. We’re at the top of the stairs, double doors on your right!

First Monday Mixer and Meetup (February Edition)
2022-02-07 17:30 - 20:30

First Monday Mixer and Meetup (January Edition)
2022-01-03 17:30 - 20:30

First Monday Mixer and Meetup (December Edition)
2021-12-06 17:30 - 20:30

First Monday Mixer and Meetup (November Edition)
2021-11-01 17:30 - 20:30

October Third Saturday: "Ghost In The Machine: Alternative Capture, Light Painting, and Long Exposures" with Alan Osterholtz (Free, Limited Seating!)
2021-10-16 12:00 - 20:00
We’re delighted to welcome Alan Osterholtz to the lectern to discuss his amazingly unique long exposure and alternative capture processes. You have, no doubt, been “wowed” by his work, which is widely sough-after in both the modeling community and much, much further flung into the international astrophotography sphere. Take the opportunity for a free glimpse into the mind of a true light alchemist.
Schedule:
12:00pm-4pm – Lectures and presentations4:00pm-8pm – Live studio shooting, with open slots for attendees
Seating is limited for the workshops from 12:00-4:00pm, with open studio slots available from 4:00pm-8pm. Register below to guarantee your seat for the presentations! No RSVP is required to attend the latter half of the day’s Meetup (18+ only.) This event is BYOB (21+ to consume.) Join us! If you’d like to book a free studio slot in the late afternoon, do it in on your Member Resources Page (you must be logged in. Membership, like the time slot, is free!) Check out the FAQ’s or reach out if you have any questions!

Alan Osterholtz
Website | Facebook

Parking
You’re parking downtown, so plan accordingly. On-street parking is widely available, with varying lengths of parking meter times, etc. There are also numerous nearby lots where, for a couple of bucks, one can park all day. The closest of these lots is almost across the street at the SE corner of Gold and 7th.
Arrival/Wayfinding
The studio is located on the of the north side of Gold Ave, on the second story of the building immediately west of the lovely Boese Brothers Brewery Patio. Sadly, the building long predates the ADA, so no elevator is present. Come in the front doors of the clearly marked “609” building, and up the flight of stairs to your right. We’re at the top of the stairs, double doors on your right!

First Monday Mixer and Meetup (October Edition)
2021-10-04 17:30 - 20:30

September Third Saturday: OPEN STUDIO AND DOWNTOWN MEETUP (((MODEL WORKSHOP WITH TARA DANIELLE IS POSTPONED!)))
2021-09-18 12:00 - 20:00
Friends,
We’re terribly sorry to need to reschedule the Model Development Workshop with Tara Danielle and Friends. Please do join us for an all-day open studio and downtown meetup instead. Look for an upcoming announcement of replacements dates for the awesome Tara and Crew!
Schedule:
12:00pm-8pm – Open stusio and downtown meetup
Join us! If you’d like to book a free studio slot, do it in on your Member Resources Page (you must be logged in. Membership, like the time slot, is free!) Check out the FAQ’s or reach out if you have any questions!

First Monday Mixer and Meetup (September Edition)
2021-09-06 17:30 - 20:30

August Third Saturday: Portfolio Development Workshop with Pat Berrett and Friends (Free, Limited Seating!)
2021-08-21 12:00 - 20:00
Join Pat Berrett, Diedre Michelle, and Tim Anderson for an afternoon of free presentations on how to develop a portfolio.. for photographers, models, makeup artists, and anybody else in a creative field! (Limited Seating RSVP Required – see below)
Schedule:

12:45 – 1:30pm Pat Berrett will discuss types of portfolios (passive or active) (commercial, fine art, modeling, make up, etc.) and how to create portfolios that meet both your needs and the needs of your target audience. We will discuss which images will work best for your target audience based on the type of work you do.
1:30 – 1:45pm Break
1:45 – 2:30pm Diedre Michelle will discuss portfolios for models. She will talk about how to determine what kinds of images you need to reach your target market and how to determine which photographers you should work with to get those images.
2:30 – 2:45pm Break
2:45 – 3:45pm Tim Anderson will discuss fine art portfolios and how to present your work to galleries and magazines. Time will then do short portfolio reviews if you have your portfolio with you.
Following the presentations all three presenters will be available for individual questions.

Pat Berrett is a commercial and fine photographer with over 40 years’ experience working for a multitude of clients.
Diedre Michelle is the owner of DMe Talent, a SAG-franchised boutique agency based in Albuquerque, NM.
Tim Anderson is the publisher of Shadow & Light Magazine.
This event is 18+, BYOB (21+ to consume.)

After the presentations…
Stick around after the presentations, and enjoy free open studio time from 4:00pm-8pm. No RSVP is required to attend the latter portion, but you may reserve a specific studio timeslot on the Member Resources Page.

First Monday Mixer and Meetup (August Edition)
2021-08-02 17:30 - 20:30

July Third Saturday: Model Wardrobe Swap Meet, Social, and Inspired Shoots (Free)
2021-07-17 12:00 - 20:00
Do you have amazing wardrobe that you’ve already shot in? Sizes change. Tastes change. Bring something. Take something. Trade. Gift. Socialize with friends old and new! Make silly faces in the photo booth. Get inspired, for shoots later in the afternoon. Heck, we’ll even coordinate with you to pick up your items if you like. Photographers and others are welcome too!
While almost everything is free to trade, don’t forget to check out the Teena’s Sparkle Space booth for an awesome selection of new $5 jewelry!
Schedule:
12:00-4:00pm – Wardrobe Swap Meet and Social, with photo booth and more! (No RSVP Required. C’mon down! Bring your garb. 18+, BYOB)
4:00-8:00pm – Open studio, book your free 30 minute slot on the Member Resources Page (you must be logged in. Membership, like the time slot, is free!)
Check out the FAQ’s or reach out if you have any questions!

Candela Gomez, Organizer
Special thanks to Candela Gomez for organizing this opportunity for the community! Model, International Corporate Event Director, Wedding Coordinator, Mom and general Polyglot Ruckus-Maker, Candela always brings the magic!
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First Monday Mixer and Meetup (July Edition): Welcome Back to GPG! It's been too long, Friends!
2021-07-05 17:30 - 20:30
Clink glasses and celebrate with friends old and new at this “welcome back” mixer and shoot.
Occasional free lectures and special guests augment this standing “free studio playtime” event. Participants can team up ad-hoc to shoot, book slots ahead of time for specific concepts, or just hang out, spend time with one another, and watch others work.
No RSVP is required to attend (18+ only.) This event is BYOB (21+ to consume.) Join us anytime! If you’d like to book a free studio slot, do it in on your Member Resources Page (you must be logged in. Membership, like the time slot, is free!) Check out the FAQ’s or reach out if you have any questions!
